What is the cheapest way to get from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai?

The cheapest way to get from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai is to train which costs ₹700 - ₹3,800 and takes 12h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai?

The fastest way to get from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 13m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹21,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai Central Station and Sethu Karai?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai Central Station and Sethu Karai?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai. However, there are services departing from Chennai Park and arriving at Ramanathapuram via Chennai Egmore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 36m.

How far is it from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai?

The distance between Chennai Central Station and Sethu Karai is 681 km. The road distance is 498.5 km.

How do I travel from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai without a car?

The best way to get from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai without a car is to bus which takes 10h 53m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai?

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai bus from?

Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai bus services, operated by Tippusultan Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai train from?

Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Egmore station.

Train or bus from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai?

The best way to get from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai is to bus which takes 10h 53m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹700 - ₹3,800 and takes 12h 36m.

Where does the Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai bus arrive?

Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai bus services, operated by Tippusultan Travels, arrive at Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai train arrive?

Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Ramanathapuram station.

Can I drive from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai is 499 km. It takes approximately 7h 39m to drive from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai.

Where can I stay near Sethu Karai?

There are 19+ hotels available in Sethu Karai.

Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai - 8 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karai by plane, taxi, bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly to Tuticorin Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the taxi from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Sethu Karaitaxi
5h 13m
₹10,213–20,672
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Ramanathapuramtrain 16751 / ...
12h 36m
₹727–3,776
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu
10h 53m
Drive 498.5 km
1. Drive from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karaicar 498.5 km
7h 39m
₹5,606–8,097
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai Central Station to Sethu Karaitaxi 498.5 km
7h 39m
₹11,000–14,000
Fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane MAA - TRZ
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Ramanathapuramtrain
7h 46m
₹6,583–10,222
Fly to Madurai, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai (IXM)plane MAA - IXM
2. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Ramanathapuramtrain
7h 49m
₹6,078–10,957
Bus via M.G.R. Koyambedu (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu to FlixBus Ramanathapuram - Railway Stationbus FlixBus IN5111
12h 51m
₹1,098–3,076

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR) flights

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2h 7mAverage Duration

₹7,172Cheapest Price

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Distance: 681.3 km
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Chennai Central Station, India and Sethu Karai, India?

Tippusultan Travels operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu hourly, and the journey takes 10h 30m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Ramanathapuram 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹330–2,600 and the journey takes 11h 15m.

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